1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 132 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
